India, Oct. 18 -- Mohammed Shami's non-inclusion in India's squad for the ODI series against Australia was a surprising call made by the BCCI's selection panel, after the experienced seam bowler had played an important role in India's success in the ICC Champions Trophy. What has followed Shami's being overlooked in favour of younger bowlers is a verbal spat between the pacer and chief selector Ajit Agarkar.

Shami, who is currently participating in the Ranji Trophy as he represents Bengal in their opening round fixture against Uttarakhand, was dismissive of Agarkar's comments. A bemused Shami didn't spare much time to respond to Agarkar's comments regarding his fitness: speaking to reporters after play, Shami said, "Let him say whatever ...